How many syllables in “sires”?
syllables in "sires"
Word details
Syllables
2
si · res
Letters
5
s · i · r · e · s
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “sires”
The word “sires” contains 2 syllables, divided as si · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sires" have?
"sires" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sires" into syllables?
"sires" is divided into syllables as: si · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "sires"?
The Scrabble score for "sires" is 5 points.
Using “sires” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sires" (si · res) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “sires” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “sires”
The letters in “sires” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rises.